Do you know what nutrients your medications are depleting?

It seems that everyone is taking at least one type of medication after age 50. One of the biggest concerns that holistic nutritionists have for their clients is whether or not their clients are getting their RDA’s of vitamins and minerals to perform all the processes our bodies perform each day! One thing that can hinder this is medication. Do you know what nutrients are depleted by the medications you are taking? Keep reading to find out what’s being depleted and how you can ensure your body is getting everything it needs.

Heart Medications and Nutrient Depletion:

There are SO many different medications out there to ensure the heart is pumping healthfully. Here are a bunch of examples of nutrients your medications are depleting:

How to Treat Nutrient Depletion:

I’m sorry if at this point you’re feeling a little overwhelmed but it’s overwhelming to imagine how many people aren’t even AWARE of the nutrients that are depleted while taking their meds. Awareness is key and the first step we need to take together. The next step is getting in touch with someone who is qualified to make dietary suggestions, provide you with healthy recipes rich in the nutrients that might be lacking, and recommend top-quality supplementation. The Naked Label is a great place to begin this process. Click Here to find a nutritionist near you and begin the process.

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Ashley Anderson is a certified personal trainer, YogaFit Instructor and clinical nutritional practitioner candidate (She is graduating from the Institute of Holistic Nutrition 2013). She also holds an Honours Bachelor of Science degree specializing in immunology and gastrointestinal health. Ashley has conducted research with one of the first scientists to discover human gut-associated-lymphoid tissue (GALT), whereby writing her thesis on probiotics and the effects that probiotics have on behaviour, immunological and digestive health. She is a long-time active volunteer of the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Canada and Gut Inspired. She also trekked on foot the 48km Inca Trail to Machu Pichu, Peru to raise funds and awareness for those living with intestinal disease and ostomies. “I couldn't be more excited to be a part of the coalition of nutritionists and other health providers with a mission to create a world where everyone can Be Healthy & Feel Fabulous. I love undressing food with The Naked Label!”